2mm Cotton Gingham

2mm Cotton Gingham Fabric by the Metre

2mm cotton gingham is the finest check available in our gingham range. The pattern sits close together, so from a distance the fabric almost reads as a plain colour, while up close the classic two-tone check is still clearly visible. Woven from 100% mercerised cotton, a treatment that gives the yarn a smoother, slightly glossy finish and better colourfastness, this fabric has a width of 150 cm and a weight of 110 g/m². You order it by the metre, which makes it easy to calculate exactly what you need for a shirt, a set of napkins or a small clothing collection.

Quality and Construction

The mercerisation process is what sets this fabric apart from a standard cotton gingham. Mercerised cotton has a subtle sheen and feels smoother to the touch than untreated cotton, and the colours stay vivid wash after wash. At 110 g/m² the fabric is light enough for garments that need to drape well, yet it has enough body to hold its shape in aprons or table linen. The 2mm check is woven, not printed, so the pattern looks identical on both sides of the fabric.

Colours in the 2mm Range

This check size comes in 9 colourways, each combined with white in the classic two-tone gingham pattern:

• Red, the most traditional gingham colour, associated with kitchen textiles and retro-style clothing
• Black, for a graphic and modern look
• Navy and cobalt, two different shades of blue, one muted and elegant, the other bright and fresh
• Light blue, soft and suited to summer projects
• Pink and fuchsia, a playful pastel and a bold vibrant option
• Light grey, neutral and easy to combine
• Beige, warm and natural for a rustic or vintage feel

What This Fabric Is Suitable For

Because the check is so fine, 2mm gingham works well anywhere you want a pattern that doesn't dominate. It's a common choice for shirts, blouses and shirt dresses, where the subtle scale suits both formal and smart-casual garments. Lightweight summer dresses and skirts benefit from the same restraint. It's also a practical option for children's clothing, school uniforms and baby items, since the small check doesn't overwhelm smaller garment pieces.

In the home, this fabric is used for aprons, tea towels, napkins and table linen. Some customers also use it as a lining fabric or combine it with plain-coloured fabrics for contrast trims and piping. Its scale makes it forgiving for doll clothing and other small-scale sewing projects where a larger check would look out of proportion.

Ordering and Availability

You order 2mm cotton gingham by the metre, so you only buy what a project actually requires. The full assortment of colours is kept in stock, and if you're unsure how a shade will look on screen, you can order a fabric sample before committing to a larger length. For businesses working with larger volumes, wholesale pricing applies from 6 metres. Orders are shipped from our warehouse in Tilburg.

A Fine Check for Refined Projects

2mm cotton gingham is the right pick when you want the character of a check without it taking over the design. The mercerised cotton adds a smooth finish and lasting colour, and the wide colour range covers everything from classic red to soft pastels. Browse the collection to find the shade that fits your next shirt, apron or set of table linen.

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